Review of Love from a Virus
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Review of Love from a Virus
[Following is an official OnlineBookClub.org review of "Love from a Virus" by Julia Ferrard M.D..]
The COVID-19 pandemic took a lot of lives and affected the balance of civilization. Many people, confronted with the problems they had previously covered up with work and other things, found themselves at a loss for what to do. Love from a Virus by Julia Ferrard, M.D., follows the story of one such woman.
Feeling stuck in her head, home, and life, she reaches out to her "psycho" psychologist. Soon, cracks begin to appear in almost every aspect of her life. She needs to do something before it's too late. She turns to many places for answers and help. Will she be able to salvage things, or is this the end of her life as she has known it?
Love from a Virus incorporated actual events during the pandemic with a case study, representing the kinds of people whose lives were disrupted by the virus. The anxiety, panic, and confusion would be familiar to anybody who lived through the period of the pandemic. The struggles that came with that time included conflicting information from unreliable sources, reliance on the internet and social media for news, restricted movement, loss of jobs, loss of loved ones, and many more. These realities were reflected in this book. It was very relatable, and almost anybody reading this book would identify with some of the characters' struggles. This was the only thing I liked about the book, alongside the fact that it was professionally edited.
Taking away the context of the pandemic, I found it hard to connect with the book. The main character was in her own world — a world not easily accessible to the reader. The author did say that it would not be easy to understand what was happening in the book until towards the end. I kept expecting to find something in the book to tie it all together but was lost until the end. I could not tell what the author specifically planned to accomplish through this book. In the end, I felt more confused than before I started. I couldn't figure out what would happen to the main character, who the lady in the epilogue was referring to, and how the virus' perspective tied into the rest of the story.
This book might only be for some as it lacks a cohesive plot. It also has elements that might be offensive to some people, such as same-sex relationships (I'm cool with that, though). If we look at it as a simple story set during the COVID-19 pandemic, it still has no unique appeal to the reader. Therefore, I rate it 3 out of 5 stars.
If you want to read a story set during the COVID-19 pandemic, get a copy of this book.
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Love from a Virus
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The COVID-19 pandemic took a lot of lives and affected the balance of civilization. Many people, confronted with the problems they had previously covered up with work and other things, found themselves at a loss for what to do. Love from a Virus by Julia Ferrard, M.D., follows the story of one such woman.
Feeling stuck in her head, home, and life, she reaches out to her "psycho" psychologist. Soon, cracks begin to appear in almost every aspect of her life. She needs to do something before it's too late. She turns to many places for answers and help. Will she be able to salvage things, or is this the end of her life as she has known it?
Love from a Virus incorporated actual events during the pandemic with a case study, representing the kinds of people whose lives were disrupted by the virus. The anxiety, panic, and confusion would be familiar to anybody who lived through the period of the pandemic. The struggles that came with that time included conflicting information from unreliable sources, reliance on the internet and social media for news, restricted movement, loss of jobs, loss of loved ones, and many more. These realities were reflected in this book. It was very relatable, and almost anybody reading this book would identify with some of the characters' struggles. This was the only thing I liked about the book, alongside the fact that it was professionally edited.
Taking away the context of the pandemic, I found it hard to connect with the book. The main character was in her own world — a world not easily accessible to the reader. The author did say that it would not be easy to understand what was happening in the book until towards the end. I kept expecting to find something in the book to tie it all together but was lost until the end. I could not tell what the author specifically planned to accomplish through this book. In the end, I felt more confused than before I started. I couldn't figure out what would happen to the main character, who the lady in the epilogue was referring to, and how the virus' perspective tied into the rest of the story.
This book might only be for some as it lacks a cohesive plot. It also has elements that might be offensive to some people, such as same-sex relationships (I'm cool with that, though). If we look at it as a simple story set during the COVID-19 pandemic, it still has no unique appeal to the reader. Therefore, I rate it 3 out of 5 stars.
If you want to read a story set during the COVID-19 pandemic, get a copy of this book.
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Love from a Virus
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This review provides valuable insights into the book "Love from a Virus" by Julia Ferrard, M.D. It highlights the relatable aspects of the pandemic and praises the professional editing. However, it mentions the lack of a cohesive plot and confusion regarding the author's intentions. While the review acknowledges the potential offensive elements, it suggests the book may appeal to those interested in COVID-19 stories. Overall, the review is helpful in making an informed decision but may not strongly motivate someone to buy. The book's suitability for one's library depends on personal preferences and interest in pandemic narratives.
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The review mentioned that Love from a Virus incorporates real events from the COVID-19 pandemic, making it relatable to those who lived through it. The struggles portrayed in the book, such as conflicting information and loss, were realistic. However, the reviewer found it difficult to connect with the main character and felt confused throughout the story. The book lacked a cohesive plot and didn't offer a clear perspective. It was rated 3 out of 5 stars, suggesting it may be an average read for those interested in pandemic-related stories.
